Music Arts Services
Students from the Music Arts School regularly perform around town as part of their training but they are also available for hire. They will play at weddings, birthdays, corporate events and private functions to name a few. Rates are competitive but in line with other performers across the city. Click through to see a list of performers.
Students from the Music Arts programme available for hire are listed below.
Humlai
Humlai is an eight piece funk and groove band. Based in Christchurch, our aim is to bring lesser known funk tunes to the public ear and to have a blast while doing so. A four piece rhythm section - Shinae Park (keys and BVs), Burke Goffe (guitar), Matt Kuch (bass), Fahim Imam (drums) and a three piece horn section - George Cook (alto sax), James Ferry-Parker (tenor sax), Glen Clark (trumpet) and vocalist Amy Jansen complete the sound affectionately dubbed HUMLAI.
Fighting the Blue
Fighting the Blue were winners of the Queenstown ASB JazzFest Jumpstart Competition in 2008. They play a collection of Jazz, Funk and Groove tunes, perfect for your next big event.
The Misty Jazz Duo
The Misty Jazz Duo can be seen around a number of bars and cafes in Christchurch. And you can have them play at your own event when you want that special laid back jazz vibe.
The Shred Method
Learn to play like the masters with instructional metal guitar DVD, The Shred Method. Accomplish outstanding speed, accuracy, and metal guitar technique. Guitar instructor Jordan McLean takes you through techniques, licks and tricks of metal soloing and riffing. To purchase the DVD or book him for a lesson follow the links.
Terebinth
Terebinth are a christian metal band based in Christchurch. Their sound is heavily influenced by metal bands Living Sacrifice and Killswitch Engage, In Flames and Soilwork. Currently working on recording their first demo of all-original songs, they are looking for gigs in Christchurch. Give them a call if you'd like them to play at your event.